Svartafoss at a Glance
Things to Do
Nearby Attractions to Svartafoss
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Svartafoss
Best late spring through early autumn for longer daylight and fewer icy paths.
Late spring to early autumn
May-September · 6-12°C (43-54°F)
Milder weather and more reliable daylight for hikes.
Winter
December-February · 0-6°C (32-43°F)
Short daylight and possible icy conditions on paths.
Weather & Climate near Svartafoss
Climate
Svartafoss's climate is classified as Subpolar Oceanic - Subpolar Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 13°C. Heavy rainfall (2657 mm/year), wettest in November.
Air Quality:
AQI 18
Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
15°
Warmest Month
-4°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 6° | -1° | 289 mm | overcast | 82% | 8.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.8h |
| February | Poor | 2° - 6° | -1° | 234 mm | overcast | 82% | 8.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.5h |
| March | Poor | 3° - 6° | -1° | 269 mm | overcast | 82% | 7.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | 4° - 7° | 1° | 187 mm | overcast | 83% | 7.0 m/s | 0.4 low | 14.6h |
| May | Poor | 6° - 9° | 4° | 143 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 17.5h |
| June | Poor | 8° - 11° | 7° | 116 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.7 m/s | 1.0 high | 19.3h |
| July | Acceptable | 10° - 13° | 11° | 116 mm | overcast | 90% | 5.4 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 18.4h |
| August | Poor | 10° - 13° | 12° | 152 mm | overcast | 89% | 5.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 15.7h |
| September | Poor | 9° - 11° | 7° | 250 mm | overcast | 88% | 6.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 12.7h |
| October | Poor | 7° - 9° | 4° | 296 mm | overcast | 85% | 7.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.7h |
| November | Poor | 4° - 7° | 1° | 311 mm | overcast | 84% | 7.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 6° | -1° | 294 mm | overcast | 83% | 7.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 4.7h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Svartafoss
Accessed by local roads on Streymoy; park where indicated and follow marked walking paths to the waterfall. Ferry and road connections link to the main towns of the island.
Tips for Visiting Svartafoss
- The path to the waterfall can be steep-wear good shoes and take it slowly.
- Bring a waterproof layer; spray from the falls and changeable Faroese weather make it easy to get damp.
- Visit with daylight-fog can descend quickly and obscure views.